A running and triathlon community in the heart of London
Road running, cross country, track & field, trail, triathlon and more
The Serpentine Running and Triathlon Club is one of the largest running and triathlon clubs in London. Based near Hyde Park in Central London, our community of 1,000+ runners and triathletes includes all ages and sporting levels — from beginner to elite. Join Serpentine and you can:
Run London and beyond with us
Our group runs occur every Wednesday evening (Hyde Park), Saturday morning (Hyde Park), and Sunday morning (Richmond Park), with distances from 7km to 16km. We also organise monthly trail runs in the Home Counties and beyond.
Train better
Check out our weekly training sessions! Join our UKA-qualified coaches every Tuesday evening at the Paddington Rec Track (Maida Vale) or try one of our hill training sessions at Primrose Hill, Greenwich Hills and Hampstead Heath. Suitable for all levels.
Beginners and novice runners welcome
Just starting to run, or thinking “I’m not fast enough to join a club?” Think again! Our weekly group runs are beginner-friendly with designated groups for slower and less experienced runners. Check out our running courses to improve your fitness and help get you up to speed (literally!).
Do triathlon
Training for a triathlon? Improve your swimming at one of our weekly coached pool sessions. Or join one of our group bike rides. Or why not join other triathletes for our annual training holiday in Lanzarote?
Compete with us
Come join us for the Serpentine Handicap 5k in Hyde Park on the first Saturday of every month, – where the most improved runner wins! Compete with the Serpentine team in inter-club league races, track & field meets, and cross-country events.
Socialise and volunteer
Meet other members at our regular club social events, or get involved by volunteering at our running sessions and races.
Try us before joining!
Why not come and try a session with us before joining? We offer reduced membership fees for students, over-65s, unwaged and Under-21 members.
Our races
Last Friday of the Month 5km
On the last Friday of each month we organise the Last Friday of the Month 5k in Hyde Park. Join us for a good quality lunch-time 5k race!
Information on the Last Friday 5k
New Year’s Day 10km and 3km fun run
Our New Year’s Day 10k Race and 3k Fun Run each year gets you started the year’s running! Stay tuned for the opening of registration for 2025!
Latest news
What is happening?
Paddington track (foundation)Weekly
Paddington Track
Randolph Avenue, Maida Vale, W9 1PD
Swimming at London Bridge – May 2025Weekly
Guy's Hospital (Orchard Lisle Pool)
Wolfson House, Basement of, Weston St, London SE1 3RB
Hyde Park social run (Wednesday evening)Weekly
St Mary's Primary School
St Mary's Primary School, Enford Street, London W1H 1DL
Swimming at St Pancras – block starting 9th April 2025Weekly
St Pancras Pool (Pancras Square Leisure Centre)
5 Pancras Sq, London N1C 4AG
Coached Threshold Session – GreenwichRepeating Event
Greenwich Park
Charlton Way, London SE10 8QY
Thursday Threshold @ Battersea ParkWeekly
Battersea Park
Carriage Dr E, London SW11 4NJ
Saturday long run in central LondonRepeating Event
Hyde Park Serpentine Bar and Kitchen
Hyde Park, Serpentine Rd, London W2 2UH
Saturday Hampstead Heath HillsRepeating Event
Parliament Hill Fields Track
Parliament Hill, London NW3 2JP
Sunday Richmond Park Long RunRepeating Event
Richmond Park - Pembroke Lodge
Richmond Park, Richmond TW10 5HX
Serpentine Mile Club Championship
Paddington Track
Randolph Avenue, Maida Vale, W9 1PD